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About This Location

Central Beverage at 4 Central Street in Essex Junction, Vermont is a convenience store with an on-site bottle and can redemption center. Customers can return Vermont-deposit beverage containers — bottles and cans that carry the state's 5-cent or 15-cent deposit — and collect their refund on the spot. The store is open seven days a week with extended morning hours.

What this location Accepts

✓ Vermont deposit beverage containers — bottles and cans bearing VT 5¢ or 15¢ deposit

What they do not accept

✕ Non-deposit containers (no refund value)
✕ Cardboard, plastics, glass, electronics — not a general recycling drop-off

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Vermont bottle-deposit redemption only. For all other recyclables, use the CSWD Drop-Off Center at 218 Colchester Rd, Essex Junction.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What containers can I redeem at Central Beverage in Essex Junction?

Any beverage container bearing a Vermont 5-cent or 15-cent deposit, including carbonated drinks, beer, water and juice bottles and cans. Non-deposit containers cannot be redeemed here.

What are Central Beverage's hours for bottle redemption?

Monday through Friday 4:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Can I recycle cardboard or electronics at Central Beverage?

No. Central Beverage handles Vermont deposit-container returns only. For cardboard, plastics, food scraps, electronics and other materials, visit the <a href="/vt/essex-junction/cswd-drop-off-center-essex-vt-essex-junction/">CSWD Essex Drop-Off Center</a> at 218 Colchester Road, open Tuesday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Is bottle redemption fast at Central Beverage?

Yes — customer reviews consistently describe the counting and processing as quick and efficient.

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Contact & Location

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Address
4 Central St, Essex Junction, VT 05452
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City / State
Essex Junction, Vermont

Opening Hours

Monday 4:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday 4:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday 4:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday 4:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday 4:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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